An aerial view of damage from Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas. PhysOrg.

Saturday, 3 March 2018

Thawing permafrost causing the 'browning' of northern lakes

Science Daily

As the ice melts, the organic carbon found in permafrost is being released once again after ages of confinement in the soil. It is making its way into Arctic and subarctic lakes and ponds, and modifying their composition. More here.Arctic Lake. A US Fish & Wildlife photo.